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Procurement Templates
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
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ivalua
JULY 21, 2021
REV Group embarked on its sourcing and procurement transformation earlier this year, which included four appointments to REV’s global sourcing and supply chain team, representing the Fire & Emergency, Commercial and Recreation segments. Enforcement of procurement compliances. 100% visibility of sourcing processes.
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Spend Matters
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Spend Matters honors a vast array of procurement solution providers each year by selecting them for our ‘50 to Know,’ ‘50 to Watch,’ ‘Future 5’ and ‘Hall of Fame’ celebration lists. Unlike many ProcureTech companies, True ValueHub was founded and is run by procurement and supply chain industry practitioners.
Jaggaer
MARCH 7, 2025
Advanced technologies such as AI, automation, and predictive analytics are playing a pivotal role in optimizing procurement processes, enhancing transparency, and driving efficiency. But what does the future hold for public procurement, and how can technology fine-tune the process to perfection?
ivalua
MARCH 16, 2020
Optimization of the entire source-to-pay process for nearly all Körber locations worldwide. As an international technology group with about 10,000 employees, Körber offers products, solutions and services that inspire. The goal was to increase efficiency across the Group’s Business Areas.
Spend Matters
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Spend Matters honors a vast array of procurement solution providers each year by selecting them for our ‘50 to Know,’ ‘50 to Watch,’ ‘Future 5’ and ‘Hall of Fame’ celebration lists. Discover everything you need to know about these accolades here, including who is on them. What is the road ahead for Halo Ai?
SCMDOJO
MARCH 27, 2024
The world of supply chain management is fast-paced. Performance for Supply Chain Management Software on Mac Have you ever run sophisticated supply chain management software on Mac? Hence, you should focus on an overlooked aspect of maximizing efficiency. However, it goes beyond mere listings.
Jaggaer
MARCH 24, 2025
Impact on Procurement: Gen AI leverages vast datasets to generate actionable insights, helping procurement teams predict future trends, such as market shifts, supplier performance, and demand fluctuations. Predictive AI, on the other hand, uses historical data to forecast potential disruptions, price changes, and supply chain risks.
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Spend Matters
JANUARY 8, 2024
This is where AI can come into its own, allowing procurement to establish full price transparency and scrutinize vendor requests to determine whether price increases were overly inflated. Amid lower growth forecasts and higher interest rates, companies continue to grapple with the challenge of swiftly optimizing working capital.
Spend Matters
DECEMBER 11, 2023
In no order of preference, other than by the date they arrived in our inbox, today let’s hear from: Donna Wilczek, EVP Strategy and Innovation at Coupa , spend management suite provider and one of Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Know. using supply chain digital twins to optimize supply chain networks for carbon takeout).
Procurement Tactics
JUNE 28, 2023
In this article, we are going to explore what procurement tracking is, its importance in business and the tools to be used when conducting it for its efficient execution. Procurement Tracking is the process of monitoring and managing procurement activities. Procurement Tracking: Why is it Important?
Procurement Insights
MARCH 16, 2025
How Procurement Professionals Use or Interact with Model Context Protocol (MCP) Procurement professionals interact with AI models that utilize Model Context Protocol (MCP) in various ways, especially within digital procurement platforms, supplier management systems, and spend analytics tools.
Spend Matters
JANUARY 12, 2024
Already, the vast majority of procurement functions have mandates in place for certain kinds of certified purchasing, including half with sustainability mandates, but in 2024 those mandates will become commonplace and top priorities for procurement teams around the globe.
Jaggaer
MARCH 6, 2025
The landscape of public sector procurement has undergone significant transformation in recent years, driven by advancements in technology, evolving regulatory frameworks, and an increasing emphasis on sustainability. Blockchain Technology: Blockchain ensures transparency, security, and traceability in procurement transactions.
Spend Matters
DECEMBER 21, 2023
The era of intelligent procurement We expect 2024 to be the year of intelligent procurement, driven by AI, automation and data analytics. Generative AI, in particular, offers transformative potential in optimizing source-to-pay processes. And the maximum value can be extracted from these new tools through strategic integration.
Spend Matters
JANUARY 16, 2024
As costs continue to spiral upwards and supply chain disruptions become the new norm, procurement leaders must grapple with the dual responsibility of achieving cost savings while considering broader strategic initiatives, such as risk management, sustainability and nurturing vital supplier relationships.
ivalua
APRIL 2, 2019
Consus and Ivalua implemented and went live with the solution for Pacific Drilling in just two weeks. Pacific Drilling requires a fast, efficient and automated sourcing process to support the company’s Purchasing processes. We look forward to contributing to their Procurement cost optimization initiative”. About Ivalua.
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Procurement Insights
DECEMBER 6, 2024
NOTE: The “ Green Giant ” can story and The Four Cornerstones for Leveraging Cost Transparency model resonated most with me. ProPurchaser ** ProPurchaser** operates in the procurement intelligence and cost management sector, providing tools and data to assist supply chain professionals in negotiations.
Spend Matters
JUNE 19, 2023
What does an E-Procurement solution do? E-procurement solutions use an electronic interface to automate, guide and approve the purchase and reception of products and services. Expert analysts deeply vet solution capabilities prior to ranking inclusion. To learn more about the Spend Matters methodology, click here.
Planergy
MARCH 12, 2025
Download Free Copy Reshoring vs Nearshoring: Key Differences and Business Benefits Category Inventory Written by Lyle Del Vecchio 16 min read Tags Procurement Supply Chain Management Last edited March 12, 2025 Download PDF IN THIS ARTICLE What is Reshoring? This approach focuses on regional efficiency.
Procurement Tactics
OCTOBER 18, 2022
SRM is usually used by many supply chain professionals who constantly deal with suppliers in areas such as procurement, project management, and operations. . The SRM aims to ensure buying from reliable suppliers, bring end-to-end visibility of supplier collaboration workflow, and improve the resilience of the supply chain. .
Spend Matters
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Neither oral nor text-based conversational AI (also known as conversational user experience [CUX] and conversational interfaces [CUI] the latter of which include chatbots) is by no means new, despite the relatively recent prolific uptake by procurement solution vendors. Continuously optimize the system based on the feedback.
Arkestro
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Historically, the focus has been on optimizing portfolios of spend—prioritizing what to address, defer, or ignore—using well-known frameworks such as the Kraljic Matrix and the Pareto Principle. However, even with these tools, traditional procurement practices remain susceptible to inefficiencies and overspend.
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ivalua
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Acting as a complementary partner to their suppliers, Procurement is a central target and strategic function for Ahlsell. One of the early objectives of Procurement was to optimize tail supplier management. Improve cash positions by optimizing the gross margin return on inventory.
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Procurement Insights
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
SAP Ariba : A leading procurement software company, SAP Ariba offers a comprehensive suite of solutions for supplier management, strategic sourcing, procurement, and financial supply chain management.
ivalua
APRIL 2, 2019
Consus and Ivalua implemented and went live with the solution for Pacific Drilling in just two weeks. Pacific Drilling requires a fast, efficient and automated sourcing process to support the company’s Purchasing processes. We look forward to contributing to their Procurement cost optimization initiative”. About Ivalua.
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Let's Talk Supply Chain
JUNE 5, 2023
Today I’m joined by Logward , an exciting tech brand with a vision of a future where supply chain departments lead the transformation of their industries, instead of simply transporting it. 22.23] A closer look at Logward’s Sourcing Solutions – what they do, the key features and benefits.
Procurement Tactics
JULY 21, 2022
Procurement portals have shaped supply chain management drastically. It is one of the most useful and popular solutions for digital transformation. . The procurement portal’s functionality lets two complex business processes be optimized and streamlined. What is a procurement portal?
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ivalua
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Rapid Optimization of Contract Management, Supplier Management and Direct Materials Sourcing. This deployment is another significant step forward in the digital transformation of their overall supply chain processes, a journey that started last year with the successful rollout of Ivalua Sourcing solution for direct materials. .
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Empowering CPO
MAY 5, 2023
Embracing digital technologies has become a necessity for companies to streamline operations, improve customer experiences, and increase overall efficiency. Procurement’s Role in Driving Business Success Procurement, often viewed as a behind-the-scenes function, plays a critical role in a company’s success.
Planergy
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Download Free Copy Ultimate Guide to Procurement in Education: Tips for Schools & Academies Category Spend Management Written by Keith Murphy 16 min read Tags Education Procurement Last edited February 24, 2025 Download PDF IN THIS ARTICLE What is Procurement in Education? Who Benefits from Efficient Procurement?
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TYA Suite
JANUARY 27, 2025
The real estate industry, characterized by intricate processes and substantial investments, constantly seeks ways to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure timely project completion. This comprehensive solution streamlines procurement activities, improves and provides transparency across the entire supply chain.
Procurement Insights
MARCH 23, 2025
The company has established an ambitious goal of reducing indirect expenditures by $75 million to enhance operational efficiency and improve profit margins in an increasingly competitive market. Indirect spending typically represents 15-27% of revenue in manufacturing companies, making it a significant area for cost optimization.
Procurement Express
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Procurement software tends to fall into one of three categories. There are enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, which are complex systems designed to help companies manage all ends of the supply chain. How Does Procurement Management Software Work? And finally, there’s purchase order-specific software.
Pipefy
MAY 23, 2023
In its long history , procurement has evolved from self-contained purchasing entities to an essential business partner handling processes involving several departments and many subprocesses. The risks of errors and bottlenecks alone in manual work make procurement a superb place to begin a digital transformation. Risk reduction.
World of Procurement blog
APRIL 23, 2024
In today's fast-paced business environment, procurement plays a crucial role in determining a company's efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and competitive edge. A significant driver of this evolution has been the integration of advanced technologies into procurement processes.
World of Procurement blog
APRIL 23, 2024
In today's fast-paced business environment, procurement plays a crucial role in determining a company's efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and competitive edge. A significant driver of this evolution has been the integration of advanced technologies into procurement processes.
Empowering CPO
JULY 16, 2023
Our expert team works alongside your organization, offering comprehensive and customized procurement solutions that align with your business goals. Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions.
Spend Matters
AUGUST 1, 2023
On many occasions, the power is actually held by the supplier due to the risks of ensuring the stream of supply, changing the relationship’s dynamics.” The post Analyst Eye on ancient challenges procurement faces appeared first on Spend Matters.
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ivalua
APRIL 23, 2021
Ivalua’s view point in this area is that procurement has struggled to deliver value through cross functional collaboration due to some specific challenges, especially in organisations in manufacturing, automotive, defence and aerospace, where direct spend is significant and critical.
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Jaggaer
JULY 10, 2024
The partnership brings together the unparalleled expertise of BearingPoint in system integration with JAGGAER solutions for AI-enabled procurement, supplier collaboration, and sustainable business as JAGGAER extends its presence in the APAC region.
Spend Matters
JUNE 19, 2023
Why buy an SxM with Enhanced Risk solution Despite that there is no single ‘supply risk management’ solution market (i.e., I have seen leading providers with capabilities to identify and manage risks beyond tier-1 suppliers, e.g., CO2 Scope 3 and human rights in supply chains.
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Empowering CPO
JULY 5, 2023
We believe in the power of strategic sourcing and procurement to drive significant value across organizations. Our offerings, from spend analysis and sourcing support to contract and supplier management, are designed to optimize procurement operations, improve efficiency, and drive cost savings.
Spend Matters
DECEMBER 19, 2023
With another busy year of procurement and supply chain events tidily packed away behind us, Spend Matters is pleased to provide a round-up of the main events we attended in 2023, with a short recap of each and key takeaways. He then went on to discuss the huge impact of tech on the supply chain industry.
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